Pendant
ca. 1650 (made)
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Gold pendant with the royal cipher of Charles I in gold wire mounted over what is thought to be the king's own hair, under glass. At the back the inscription CR REX MARTYR
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Materials and techniques | Engraved gold with hair and gold wire under glass |
Brief description | Gold pendant with the royal cipher of Charles I in gold wire mounted over what is thought to be the king's own hair, under glass, made in England, about 1650 |
Physical description | Gold pendant with the royal cipher of Charles I in gold wire mounted over what is thought to be the king's own hair, under glass. At the back the inscription CR REX MARTYR |
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Marks and inscriptions | inscribed CR REX MARTYR (the reverse) |
Credit line | Given by Dame Joan Evans |
Object history | Historical significance: Commemorates the execution of Charles I |
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Accession number | M.103-1962 |
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Record created | July 20, 2006 |
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